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US Supreme Court Considers Novel Charges Over Jan. 6

US Supreme Court Considers Novel Charges Over Jan. 6

Released Friday, 12th April 2024
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US Supreme Court Considers Novel Charges Over Jan. 6

US Supreme Court Considers Novel Charges Over Jan. 6

US Supreme Court Considers Novel Charges Over Jan. 6

US Supreme Court Considers Novel Charges Over Jan. 6

Friday, 12th April 2024
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The Supreme Court will consider whether prosecutors went too far in charging Jan. 6 rioters with an Enron-era statute, in a case that could have implications for the criminal prosecution of former President Donald Trump.Former Boston Police officer Joseph Fischer, who participated in the Capitol breach, hopes to tap into concerns by some justices that prosecutors have too much discretion. It's something the court's pulled back on in recent terms.Bloomberg Law judiciary reporter Suzanne Monyak joins Cases and Controversies to discuss the implications for Jan. 6 defendants, federal courts, and Trump, whose bid for immunity from criminal prosecution over alleged election interference will be heard April 25. Special Prosecutor Jack Smith has charged Trump under the same provision, which prohibits interference with an official proceeding.Do you have feedback on this episode of Cases & Controversies? Give us a call and leave a voicemail at 703-341-3690.

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